Stephan Steininger
Stephan Steininger has been editor-in-chief of the industry magazine GamesMarkt, which belongs to Busch Glatz Germany, since March 2017. The father of two is one of the founding editors of GamesMarkt and, after the temporary takeover by Gruner+Jahr, first became senior editor and later head of the editorial team of the title. As Head of GamesMarkt, he is also responsible for sales and marketing.
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Business

ARD Launched ARD Games Network at Gamescom

The ARD booth at gamescom was the first cross-broadcaster project from the new ARD Games Network to be presented at gamescom. In four clusters, it aims to support upcoming projects, facilitate exchange, and thus strengthen the impact of the gaming initiatives of the ARD broadcasters.

24. August 2025 08:06

Business

EWCF Unveils New Esports Competitions for National Teams

The Esports Nations Cup of the Esports World Cup Foundation will kick off in November 2026 in Riyadh and will then take place every two years at different locations. Confirmed partners include Electronic Arts, Krafton, Tencent, and Ubisoft.

24. August 2025 05:10

Stand: ubisoft, Halle 6
Games and Products

Capcom, Ubisoft, and The Pokémon Company Celebrate Big in Cologne

The winners of the gamescom awards have been announced. Capcom won several awards for Resident Evil Requiem. Ubisoft impressed the jury with its booth designs in the business and entertainment area, while The Pokémon Company won the consumr voting for the Best Booth category.

22. August 2025 17:50

Games and Products

Asus and Microsoft Reveal Launch Date for ROG Xbox Ally Handhelds

While gamescom is underway in Cologne, Asus and Microsoft have unveiled their release plans for ROG Xbox Ally handhelds: These will be available in numerous countries on October 16.

21. August 2025 09:28

by Christoph Söldner
Business

Branding for House of Games Berlin Unveiled

At the first House of Games Berlin Reception at gamescom, the partners behind the project unveiled the logo and branding for the new games property in the capital, which is set to open in 2026.

21. August 2025 08:53

Games and Products

Kr3m Releases Zaphira Snake and Launches Zaphira Games Portal

Karlsruhe-based developer and publisher kr3m launched Zaphira Snake at gamescom, a multiplayer snake game that was funded by the German government. At the same time, it also launched its own new gaming platform.

21. August 2025 06:03

Eröffnungsrundgang zur gamescom 2025, Hendrik Wüst MdL (CDU) (Ministerpräsident des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen), Dorothee Bär MdB (CSU) Bundesministerin für Forschung, Technologie und Raumfahrt)
Business

Funding & Esports: Patience is the Key to Success

At the political opening of gamescom, both Federal Minister Dorothee Bär and North Rhine-Westphalia Minister President Hendrik Wüst emphasized their support for making Germany a world leader in the gaming industry. However, it is also clear that neither the tax incentive model nor the recognition of esports can be implemented overnight.

20. August 2025 15:23

Business

Greece With Strong Presence Thanks to Strong Partners

With ten indie studios and, for the first time, with broad government support, Greece is presenting itself at gamescom.

19. August 2025 09:34

Business

Rcp Launches External Development Division Rcp Blend

Production house rcp is responding to the fundamental changes currently taking place in game development with a new business approach. rcp is positioning itself and the studios belonging to the company family as external developers, with Frederik Hammes heading the new division.

18. August 2025 15:13

Business

Saxony Booth With More Companies, Big Goals and an Own Plattform

Saxony is participating in gamescom with a joint stand for the second time. It has more sub-exhibitors than many established locations. And with the presentation of the Next Level: Saxony platform, a real highlight is planned.

18. August 2025 13:00